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Snapchat now lets you share what you’re listening to in real time
Snapchat has introduced a new feature that allows users to share what they are listening to in real time, marking the app’s latest push into music-driven social discovery. Called “Now Playing,” the tool links to a user’s streaming account and displays current listening activity on Snap Map, letting friends see and discover songs, while also…
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The singer Paul McCartney always “intended” to build Wings around
Paul McCartney has reflected on the formation of Wings, the band he built in the aftermath of The Beatles’ split in 1970, explaining that its line-up was always designed around a small, consistent core rather than a fixed group of musicians. The remark offers insight into how McCartney approached his post-Beatles career, prioritising a stable…
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Laufey Signs With UTA in All Areas
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Laufey has signed with United Talent Agency (UTA) for global representation across all areas, including live touring, media, film and brand partnerships. The move comes as the Icelandic-Chinese artist continues a major world tour in support of her chart-topping 2025 album “A Matter of Time”, cementing her status as one of the industry’s…
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Xbox Network Is Down Right Now, Microsoft Confirms
Microsoft has confirmed a widespread Xbox Network outage affecting users’ ability to access core online services. The disruption matters because it can prevent players from signing in, viewing their game libraries and launching games, highlighting how service failures can restrict access to digitally purchased content. The affected areas are account and profile services, the store…
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Jamie Cullum, Grace Carter, Kara Marni Lead Audi Haven Line-Up At Wilderness 2026
The Audi Haven is returning to Wilderness Festival for 2026, with jazz musician Jamie Cullum, singer-songwriter Grace Carter and soul artist Kara Marni topping the music bill within the dedicated space. The retreat combines live performances, conversations and dining under the theme of exploring the power of sound, forming part of the wider festival’s programme.…
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How do you score points in artistic gymnastics?
BBC Sport has published an explainer on how points are awarded in artistic gymnastics, timed to Team Scotland’s strong start at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, where Reuben Ward won the nation’s first ever gold medal in the men’s all-around and England took bronze in the women’s all-around team event. Gymnastics is one of only two…
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Andy Burnham raises fears of higher council tax for homeowners in the South as PM warns of ‘unfairness’
Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, has warned that a planned overhaul of council tax could shift a greater financial burden onto homeowners in southern England, as the Prime Minister defends the reform on the grounds of tackling “unfairness” in the current system. The intervention adds to growing political tension around the government’s proposed…
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‘America’s saddest murder trial’ for nurse who killed her three young children while in throes of post-partum depression begins, with supportive ex-husband set to testify as first witness: Live updates
The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts nurse accused of killing her three young children in January 2023 while suffering severe post-partum depression, has begun and is being described as one of the most harrowing cases to reach an American courtroom. The proceedings have drawn intense public attention both for the shocking nature of…
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Seattle festival bloodbath that left three dead was ‘TARGETED shootout’ as cops reveal multiple gunmen fired at each other in packed crowd
Police in Seattle have said that a shooting at a food festival which left three people dead was a targeted shootout, with multiple gunmen opening fire on each other amid a packed crowd of attendees. The incident has alarmed residents and event organisers, as it shows that public gatherings can be caught in the crossfire…
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Partial road closure remains in place as Yorkshire Water deal with burst pipe on busy Rotherham road
A partial road closure remains in place on a busy road in Rotherham while Yorkshire Water responds to a burst pipe. The disruption matters because it is affecting traffic on a key local route and may cause delays for road users. The available information does not specify the exact location, duration of the closure, or…